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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in elearning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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