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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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