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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in electronic education technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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