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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online education technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also describes the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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