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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these open education initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources