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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Namibia to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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