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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in online education make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. 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 education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes 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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