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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online education technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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