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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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