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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in digital education technology enable students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like British Indian Ocean Territory to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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