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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational experiments. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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