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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in online learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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