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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in online learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Comoros to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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