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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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