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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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