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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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