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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Svalbard to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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