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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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