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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Belize to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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