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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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