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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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