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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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