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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. 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. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational experiments. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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