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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advances in distance learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-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 we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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