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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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