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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in electronic educational technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Academics want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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