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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in elearning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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