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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic education technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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