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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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