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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. People want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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