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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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