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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education organizations are considering now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open education experiments. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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