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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate 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 lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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