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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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