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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have empowered people all over the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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