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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Gambia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Educators want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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