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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Northwestern University to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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