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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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