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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a expanding desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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