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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently 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 numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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