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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in digital education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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