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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not 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 numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Norway to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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