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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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