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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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