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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Iran to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better understand these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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