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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Lithuania to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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