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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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