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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational experiments. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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