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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. 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 normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Maldives to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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