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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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