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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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