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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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