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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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