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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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