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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. 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. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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