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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these new open education experiments. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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