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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Santa Clara University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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