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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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