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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in digital education technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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