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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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