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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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