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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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