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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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