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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are considering now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Fiji to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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