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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. 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 free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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