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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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