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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in digital education technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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