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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources