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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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