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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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