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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in elearning technology enable learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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