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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Kyrgyzstan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to better understand these open education undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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