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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in elearning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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