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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. 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 a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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