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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning are empowering learners all over the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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