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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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