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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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