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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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