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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Luxembourg to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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