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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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