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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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