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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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