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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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