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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning are enabling students all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Burundi to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. People want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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