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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Everyone wants to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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