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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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