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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Greenland to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education experiments. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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