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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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