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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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