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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Algeria to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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