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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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