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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Nigeria to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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