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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning have empowered people all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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