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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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