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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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