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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions are considering now that online learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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