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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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