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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online education have enabled students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Broward College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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