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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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