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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these promising new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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