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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these promising new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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