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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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