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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning 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 MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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