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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better comprehend these interesting new open educational experiments. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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