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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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