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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in electronic educational technology enable humans all around 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 massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Arizona State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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