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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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