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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in electronic educational technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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