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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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