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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. 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 online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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