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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in courses 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. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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