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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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