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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources