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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in distance learning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. 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 massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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