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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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