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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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