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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these promising new open educational experiments. Students want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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