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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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