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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these important new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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