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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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