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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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