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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in online education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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