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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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