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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. 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. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources