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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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