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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and lots of other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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