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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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