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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Switzerland to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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