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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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