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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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