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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners 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 massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education experiments. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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