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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic education technology make it possible for people in nations all around 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 massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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