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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. 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. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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