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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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