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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these exciting new open education experiments. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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