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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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