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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Slovakia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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