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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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