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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in elearning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The New School to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Universities want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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