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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Denmark to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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