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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in e-learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Qatar to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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