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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these intriguing new open education undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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