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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. 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 normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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