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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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