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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Belgium to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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