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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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