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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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