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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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