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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Djibouti to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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