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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in elearning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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