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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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