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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in online learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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