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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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