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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in courses 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. These massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Babson College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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