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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in elearning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can we assure that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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