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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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