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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology have enabled students all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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