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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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