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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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