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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning have empowered people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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