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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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