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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Angola to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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