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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in online learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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