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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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