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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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