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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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