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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like LinkedIn to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Students want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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