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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in elearning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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