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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants desire to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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