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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in electronic educational technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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