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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in digital education technology have empowered humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources