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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this crescive demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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