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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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