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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in online education technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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