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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Austria to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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