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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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