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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online education technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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