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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning have empowered people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to better understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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