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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in elearning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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