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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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