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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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