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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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