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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open education initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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