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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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