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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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