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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these new open education undertakings. Scholars want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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