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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in online education technology are making it possible for people 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 MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like United Arab Emirates to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these important new open educational experiments. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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