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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. 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 consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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