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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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