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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Clemson University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Educators want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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