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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to understand these new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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