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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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