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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. 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. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also describes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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