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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in electronic education technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Vietnam to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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