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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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