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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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