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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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