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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the gripping 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 sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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