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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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