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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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