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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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