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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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