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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology have enabled 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. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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