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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. 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. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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