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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning technology have enabled students 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 typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Botswana to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education experiments. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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