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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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