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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better comprehend these promising new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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