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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education undertakings. People want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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