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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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