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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in distance learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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