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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bhutan to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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