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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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