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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic education technology have enabled students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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