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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in elearning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like U.S. Virgin Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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