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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these open educational experiments. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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