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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in digital education technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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