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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)