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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate 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 MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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