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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. 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 online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational experiments. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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