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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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