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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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