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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have enabled people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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