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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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