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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part 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. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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