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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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