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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Northern Mariana Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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