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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Gabon to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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