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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in elearning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate 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. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Professors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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