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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massive open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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