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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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