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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advancements in learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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