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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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