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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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