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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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