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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in digital education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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