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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these important new open educational ventures. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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