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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent advances in digital education technology have enabled 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 online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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