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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in electronic education technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open education endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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