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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Iraq to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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