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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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