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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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