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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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