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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these open education undertakings. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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