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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online education are providing the means for students all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are usually free 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 dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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