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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are empowering humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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