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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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