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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning are empowering people all around the world to take online courses. 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 online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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