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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources