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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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