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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning are empowering humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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