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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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