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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning technology 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. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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