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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in electronic education technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education