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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-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 we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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