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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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