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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chad to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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