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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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