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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources