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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to attend to today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand these compelling new open education experiments. People want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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