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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth 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. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the most important 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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