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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new gains in online learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also researches the key 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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