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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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