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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Scholars want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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