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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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