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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources