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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Public servants want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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