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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Instructors want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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