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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online education have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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