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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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