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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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