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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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