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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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