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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants 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. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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