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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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