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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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