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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. 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. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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