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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in e-learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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