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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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