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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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