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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants 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 MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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