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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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