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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning are enabling students all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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