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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Iran to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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