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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently 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 issues that elearning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education ventures. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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