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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in elearning are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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