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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open educational experiments. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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