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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have empowered students all over the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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