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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cuba to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to better grasp these new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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