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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to participate in online courses. 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 subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This sensational new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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