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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take part 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 almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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