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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these intriguing new open educational experiments. Universities want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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