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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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