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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desideratum for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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