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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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