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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Trainers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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