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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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