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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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