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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Palau to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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