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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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