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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology have empowered humans all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Libya to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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