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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in online education technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Uzbekistan to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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