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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. People want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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