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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Timor-Leste (East Timor) to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these promising new open educational endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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