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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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