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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in elearning technology have enabled learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mongolia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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