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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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