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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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