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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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