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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning have empowered humans all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Case Western Reserve University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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