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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can we manage low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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