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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for learners 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 several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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