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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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