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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Suriname to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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