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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in online learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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