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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around 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 massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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