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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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