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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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