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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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