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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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