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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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