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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which talks about issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. 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. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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