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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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