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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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