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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. New advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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