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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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