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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand these new open education endeavours. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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