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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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