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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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