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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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