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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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