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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Venezuela to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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