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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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