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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online education are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these new open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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