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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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