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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online education are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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