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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to take part 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 a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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