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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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