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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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