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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning are enabling people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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