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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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