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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in e-learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses 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 courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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