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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in e-learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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