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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are enabling people all over the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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