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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online education technology make it possible for people all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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