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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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