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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning have empowered people all around the world to take online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jersey to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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