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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in elearning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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