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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these new open education initiatives. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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