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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in elearning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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