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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in online learning have enabled learners 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. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these fascinating new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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