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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology enable learners all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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