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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cayman Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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