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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New gains in elearning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Korea, North to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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