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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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