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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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