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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. 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. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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