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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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