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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources