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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better understand these open educational ventures. Teachers want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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