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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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