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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Cote d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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