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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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