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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for students all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education initiatives. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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