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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important 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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