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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education experiments. Everybody wants to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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