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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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