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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of 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 MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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