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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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