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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online education technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

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MOOCS And Open Education