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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in online education are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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