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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the most important 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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