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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are empowering students all over the world to participate in 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 massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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