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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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