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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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