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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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