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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses 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 subjects that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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