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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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