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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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