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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Austria to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources