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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for humans all around 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 MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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