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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all around 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 ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are considering in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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