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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these important new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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