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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kuwait to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses 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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