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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these compelling new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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