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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guernsey to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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