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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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