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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around 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. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these open education endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive desire for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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