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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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