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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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