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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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