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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in distance learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education experiments. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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