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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Navassa Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open education endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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