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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in distance learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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