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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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