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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online education are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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