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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take courses 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. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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