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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational experiments. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this crescive need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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