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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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