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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education are enabling students in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open education ventures. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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