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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to understand these new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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