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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational experiments. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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