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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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