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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in digital education technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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