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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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