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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in e-learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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