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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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