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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Utah to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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