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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in elearning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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