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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled humans all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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