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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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