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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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