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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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