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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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