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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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