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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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