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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Corporations want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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