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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to understand these open education ventures. Teachers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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