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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic educational technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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