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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Professors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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