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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in learning technology enable students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these promising new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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