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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education experiments. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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