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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners 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. These massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education experiments. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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