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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in electronic education technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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