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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners 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. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources