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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational experiments. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education