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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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