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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Trainers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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