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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Hungary to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources