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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology make it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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