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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to understand these open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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