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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not 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 numerous issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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