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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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