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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are empowering students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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