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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in online learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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