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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education experiments. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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