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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brunei to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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