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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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