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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in electronic education technology are empowering humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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