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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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