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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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