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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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