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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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