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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are generally free for learners 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 numerous issues that online education institutions are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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