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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open education experiments. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education