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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning make 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. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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