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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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