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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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