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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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