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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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