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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in online learning are providing the means for people 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. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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