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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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