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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online education are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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