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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology have empowered people all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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