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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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