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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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