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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in digital education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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