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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. 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 ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like iversity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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