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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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