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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations 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. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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