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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in learning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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