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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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