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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning have empowered learners 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. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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