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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in distance learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Professors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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