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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources