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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in e-learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. 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 a lot of topics that elearning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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