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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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