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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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