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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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