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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in e-learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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