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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in elearning make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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