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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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