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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in elearning technology enable humans all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coral Sea Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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