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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners 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. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to understand these interesting new open educational experiments. Educators want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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