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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently 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 quite a few topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education initiatives. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also considers 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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