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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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