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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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