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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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