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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take part 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 open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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