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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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