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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like French Polynesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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