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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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