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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Navassa Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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