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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related 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 MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open educational initiatives. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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