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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Puerto Rico to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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