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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Libya to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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