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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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