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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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