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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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