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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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