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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic education technology have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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