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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. New evolvements in elearning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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