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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in digital education technology are enabling students in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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