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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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