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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have empowered students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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