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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in online learning have enabled students in nations all around 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 classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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