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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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