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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with subjects relating to massively open online courses (MOOC) and open educational resources (OERs). Massive open online courses and similar initiatives with open educational resources are allowing millions of self-directed online learners in all parts of the world to learn from well-known researchers. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. It can be challenging to motivate and engage thousands of learners in online environments. Massively open online courses are a form of digital educational technology. This massively open online courses book talks about the best practices in elearning based on decades of research. How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are being used successfully today? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peter I Island to conduct massive open online courses?

Brand new gains in distance learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses online. Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help people succeed in these massive open online courses. The true ambition of these MOOCs is to provide tutoring to more students in nations all around the world. This compelling new MOOC courses book articulates functional strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. For more info go to this MOOCs Book website.