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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Guinea-Bissau to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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