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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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