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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. 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 always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores 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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