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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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