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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in elearning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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