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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vietnam to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources