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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online education make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational experiments. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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