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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. 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. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also examines 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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