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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning are enabling students all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Ethiopia to conduct these massive open online courses? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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