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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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