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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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