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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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