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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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