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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online education have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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