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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Twitter to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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